Senior Scientist

Secretome Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Plano, Texas, developing novel therapies derived from neonatal cardiac progenitor cells (nCPC). The Company's lead product candidate, STM-01, is a cellular therapy designed to modulate inflammatory and fibrotic pathways and support myocardial function in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Secretome is also advancing STM-21, a secretome-based therapeutic currently in preclinical development, and other novel nCPC-based products. About The Role Secretome Therapeutics is seeking a Scientist/Senior Scientist to support the Analytical Development within the CMC Group. This role will be responsible for characterization of cell products and processes and will work closely with the Process Development team and external partners such as CDMOs and collaborators. The ideal candidate brings technical background in various analytical methods, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving, collaborative biotechnology environment. You will design and execute characterization studies for intermediates and drug product, with a focus on flow cytometry and functional assays to contribute to comparability studies and IND-enabling product understanding. What You'll Do Development and optimization of analytical methods and potency assays for the characterization of cell therapy products, including those based on Flow Cytometry, ELISA, and qPCRCollaboration with CDMOs and CTLs to facilitate Tech Transfer of analytical methodsSupport additional projects and business needs as assignedExecution of analytical testing for in-process samples, cell banks and cell products This role is expected to be onsite. Occasional travel may be required. Qualifications Required Qualifications PhD or Master's degree in cell biology, immunology, biochemistry, or bioengineering5+ years of experience in analytical development, analytical/product characterization for cell therapy or gene therapy drug productsExperience with Flow Cytometry assays and their development to qualificationStrong background in experimental design and result interpretationAbility to optimize and performance-evaluate characterization methods to ensure they are scientifically sound and fit for purpose, documenting outcomes in protocols and reportsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently, manage priorities, and collaborate effectively in a small-company environment Preferred Qualifications Understanding of QC testing requirements for drug product releaseExperience with MSCs and cell-based potency assaysPrior experience in a fast-paced startup or emerging biotech environment Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Demonstrated hands-on experience developing and executing functional cell-based assaysAbility to independently develop an assayComfortable operating in a dynamic, collaborative, and growing organizationHigh attention to detail and strong follow-throughExcellent organizational skills and effective time managementA history of problem solving within a teamAbility to troubleshoot and communicate clearly